Project Overview
As part of the McCarroll Park Master Plan, this project will enhance the park by adding a new splash pad and relocating the playground to optimize space.
Community Input: Splash Pad Theme
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Splash Pad Theme Survey for McCarroll Park. A total of 978 votes were collected through the online survey and in-person voting at the Meaford Public Library.
Final Results
- Nature theme: 622 votes (63.6 percent)
- Beach theme: 356 votes (36.4 percent)
The Nature theme received the most community support and will move forward into the project's detailed design phase.
Project Scope
This project includes:
- Moving the existing playground to the west side of the park to create space for the new splash pad
- Installing the necessary water, drainage, and utility connections
- Designing and building a new splash pad with fun, interactive water features for all ages
- Reinstalling the current playground equipment with new engineered wood fibre surfacing
- Restoring and landscaping the park area once construction is complete
Timeline
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Budget Pre-Approval: November 2025
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Engineering and Design: January - March 2026
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Anticipated Construction: April/May 2026
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Anticipated completion: May/June 2026
We will share updates if the schedule changes.
Budget
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Existing Playground Relocation: $33,000
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Communications and Community Engagement: $40,000
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Splash Pad: $386,400
Impact on Residents
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Traffic Disruptions: No traffic disruptions are anticipated during construction
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Noise and Dust:
Noise levels may be increased during the removal and disposal of the existing splash pad
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The park and splash pad will be closed during construction
Project Updates
Updates will be posted here as the project progresses, and future phases will be announced.
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